The 2024 WNBA season is all set to begin as teams prepare to take on opponents in their opening game. On Thursday, the Chicago Sky will take on the Phoenix Mercury in an exciting showdown at Wintrust Arena in Illinois. Both teams will face-off in a non-conference battle as fans prepare to place their bets on their favorite team. Chicago will look forward to a victory as they open on their home court this season.
The preview information
Date: August, Thursday | Time: 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Location: Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois
TV: ESPN/ESPN 2
Stream: NBA League Pass
Chicago Sky vs Phoenix Mercury Moneyline, Spread And Odds
Moneyline: Sky (+125) vs Mercury (-145)
Spread: Sky +2.5 (-110) vs Mercury -2.5 (-110)
Total (O/U): Sky (o116) vs Mercury (u.116)
Chicago Sky
Chicago will seek their home-court advantage as they hope to pick up a victory. However, their opponent is not going to give in with ease. Phoenix ranks better than the Sky but Chennedy Carter, Angel Reese, and Kamilla Cardoso are predicted to put up a good fight in this game. A tough challenge lies ahead but they hope to get off to a good start. A lot of expectation lies on head coach Teresa Weatherspoon as they enter the 2024 season.
Top 3 Players:
Chennedy Carter: PTS 16.4. REB 2.9 AST 2.7 STL 1.2
Angel Reese: PTS 13.5 REB 12.0 AST 1.8 STL 1.5
Kamilla Cardoso: PTS 8.2 REB 7.8 AST 1.1 STL 0.4
Phoenix Mercury
The Mercury ranks at No. 6 in their standing and is one of those dominant opponents in the Western Conference. Nate Tibbetts looks to a promising season, especially with key players like Brittney Griner, Kahleah Copper, and Diana Taurasi, who recently won a gold medal at the 2024 Olympics. It’s time to put their game to the test as they square off in this important matchup.
Top 3 Players:
Brittney Griner: PTS 18.3 REB 6.4 AST 1.9 STL 0.6
Kahleah Copper: PTS 23.3 REB 4.5 AST 2.3 STL 0.9
Diana Taurasi: PTS 16.1 REB 4.8 AST 2.5 STL 0.7
Chicago Sky vs Phoenix Mercury Injury Report
Chicago Sky
Elizabeth Williams F Is out for the season, Knee
Moriah Jefferson G Is out indefinitely, Ankle
Phoenix Mercury
Rebecca Allen F Left last game, is “?” Thursday vs Chicago Sky, Hamstring
Sug Sutton G Is “?” Thursday vs Chicago Sky, Hamstring
Charisma Osborne G Is “?” Thursday vs Chicago Sky, Leg
Chicago Sky vs Phoenix Mercury Betting Trends
Chicago is 5-10 ATS in its last 15 games
The total has gone OVER in 10 of Chicago’s last 15 games
Chicago is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games at home
Chicago is 7-17 SU in its last 24 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Chicago’s last 6 games at home.
Phoenix is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games
Phoenix is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Phoenix’s last 6 games
Phoenix is 5-20 SU in its last 25 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Phoenix’s last 5 games on the road.
Chicago Sky vs Phoenix Mercury Summary and Prediction
Chicago will have the support at home, with the odds in their favor. Phoenix is predicted to be the underdog in this game, as Chennedy Carter and company are set to be victorious. Take Chicago to win with a final score of 84-82.
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